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RC51 RAP

2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,731 mi
Last recorded18,731 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp12,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 RAP
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 18,731 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 18,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 18,642 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 18,416 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 18,268 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 18,023 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 17,680 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 16,906 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 15,813 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 15,494 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 14,775 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 14,775 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2011 13,569 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 11,744 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2009 9,891 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 7,798 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 6,707 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp?

Based on 25,488 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 269
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 138
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 110
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RC51 RAP is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 12,809 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 Sp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RC51 RAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RC51 RAP registered?

RC51 RAP is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 11 August 2004.

Is RC51 RAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC51 RAP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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